A Tanzania safari is one of the great travel experiences, but prices vary hugely between operators and seasons. This guide breaks down the real Tanzania safari cost: daily budgets by style, park fees, what a private safari costs, what to budget when flying from the United States or Europe, and the best Tanzania safari packages for couples and honeymooners.
Tanzania safari cost per day
As a rough guide, per person per day including vehicle, guide, park fees, accommodation and meals:
- Budget camping safari: from about US$200 to US$300, using public campsites or simple camps outside the parks.
- Mid-range lodge or tented camp safari: about US$350 to US$550.
- Luxury safari: from about US$600 to well over US$1,000, especially in remote camps or with flights between parks.
Tanzania usually costs a little more per day than Kenya because park entry fees are charged per person per day and lodges inside the parks also pay concession fees, which are passed on in the price.
Tanzania park fees 2026
- Serengeti National Park: US$82.60 per adult per day for most of the year, or US$70.80 from mid-March to mid-May.
- Tarangire National Park: US$59 per adult per day for most of the year.
- Ngorongoro Conservation Area: US$70.80 per adult.
- Ngorongoro Crater descent: US$295 per vehicle for each descent.
All of these include VAT. Fees are set by the Tanzanian authorities and can change, so we always confirm the current rates when we quote.
Tanzania safari packages: how much does a private safari cost?
Our private Tanzania safaris show typical mid-range prices per person:
- 3 Days Serengeti Luxury Safari: from US$1,670
- 5 Days Tanzania Wild Safari: Arusha, Serengeti and Ngorongoro: from US$2,115
- 7 Days Tanzania Wild Safari: Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro: from US$2,889
- 12 Days Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Beach Holiday: from US$5,232
The price per person falls as more people share the vehicle, so families and groups of four or more get the best value from a private safari.
What to budget from the United States or Europe
On top of the safari itself, plan for:
- International flights to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), usually via Europe, the Middle East or East African hubs. Prices vary widely by season and departure city.
- Tanzania visa: most visitors from the US, UK and EU need a visa, which can be applied for online before travel.
- Travel insurance with medical evacuation cover.
- Tips for guides and camp staff.
- Optional extras: a Serengeti hot air balloon flight, a Maasai village visit or extra nights in Zanzibar.
- Zanzibar insurance: foreign visitors to Zanzibar must buy the mandatory government travel insurance, currently US$44 per adult.
How to save money on a Tanzania safari
- Travel in the green season (November to early December, or March to May), when many lodges lower their rates.
- Share a vehicle with family or friends.
- Combine with Kenya: starting in the Masai Mara and crossing to the Serengeti can work out well for longer trips.
- Choose mid-range camps inside the parks rather than cheaper lodges far outside, which waste game-viewing time on driving.
Tanzania honeymoon safari packages for couples
Tanzania is one of the most romantic safari destinations in Africa, because you can follow the Serengeti with barefoot days on a Zanzibar beach.
- Safari and beach honeymoon: five to seven days in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro, then four to five nights in Zanzibar. Our 12-day safari and Zanzibar holiday is built for this.
- Short luxury escape: the 3 Days Serengeti Luxury Safari followed by our 4 Days Zanzibar Honeymoon and Romantic Escape from US$1,510.
- Romantic extras: a sunrise balloon flight over the Serengeti, a private bush dinner, a sunset dhow cruise in Zanzibar and a room upgrade at a luxury tented camp.
For honeymooners, a private safari is worth the extra cost: no strangers in the vehicle and complete freedom over the pace. See our Serengeti and Ngorongoro itinerary for the best time to combine safari and beach.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a 7-day Tanzania safari?
A 7-day mid-range private safari typically costs about US$2,500 to US$4,000 per person, excluding international flights. Our 7-day Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro safari starts from US$2,889.
Is Tanzania more expensive than Kenya for a safari?
Usually slightly, because of higher park and concession fees. Kenya’s Masai Mara is often better value for a short safari.
Are park fees included in the safari price?
In most packages, yes, but always check. Park fees are the biggest fixed cost of a Tanzania safari.
What is the cheapest time for a Tanzania safari?
The long rains from about March to May bring the lowest lodge rates and the lower Serengeti park fee from mid-March to mid-May.
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